If a client is diagnosed with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH),the nurse recognizes that the major concern with this condition is that:
A)without treatment,it may progress to prostatic cancer
B)urinary outlet obstruction,infection,and kidney damage may result
C)impotence occurs in the majority of clients
D)symptoms will worsen

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Medical-surgical management includes balloon dilation,urethral stent,and prescribed alpha blockers;transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP),suprapubic or retropubic prostatectomy,or laser prostatectomy may also be necessary.Without treatment,BPH may lead to urinary outlet obstruction,infection,and kidney damage.Nursing care of clients who have BPH depends on whether the client is being treated medically or surgically;the type of surgical procedure performed will determine specific interventions.The TURP is performed most frequently;for this client,nursing care focuses on managing pain,monitoring fluid volume,and teaching about the condition.Client concerns about incontinence and sexual dysfunction should also be addressed.

If a Client Is Diagnosed with Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH),the